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Thomas Walter Reed personal papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Thomas Walter Reed personal papers | |
| Creator: Reed, Thomas Walter, 1870-1950 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1883-1950 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 5.8 Linear Feet 15 boxes and 1 oversize folder | |
| Collection Number: ms2321 | |
| Repository: University of Georgia Archives | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Thomas Walter Reed (1870-1950) was the registrar of the University of Georgia from 1909-1945. Reed received a Master of Arts degree in 1888 and a Bachelor of Law degree in 1889. In 1909, he was elected secretary of the Board of Trustees, and named registrar and treasurer of the university. He remained registrar until his retirement in 1945 when he was designated registrar emeritus. Following his death, the men's dormitory was named in his honor in July 1951.
Scope and Content
This collection consists of notes for the unpublished History of the University of Georgia. It includes football records, business and personal letters, essays, speeches, and lectures, insurance policies and bank statements. Included in this collection are Reed's school papers during his final years at the Boy's High School and his early years at the University of Georgia.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Thomas Walter Reed personal papers. ms2321, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2009 July 21.
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Related Collections in this Repository
Related materials available in the following collections of this repository: Reed, Thomas Walter papers, ms1662.